Course Description

The Electronics course provides a hands-on introduction to electronics, focusing on circuit design, analysis, simulation, construction (including breadboarding and soldering), testing and fault-finding.

The course develops problem-solving and analytical skills with practical wiring and assembly techniques. Students will learn how to safely use an array of tools and equipment.

Course Content

-          Electrical concepts and theory (voltage, current, resistance)

-          Identification and use of electrical components (resistors, capacitors, LEDs etc.)

-          Circuit design and simulation

-          Construction and testing

Possible Careers

• Electronics technician/ engineer

• Communications technician/ engineer

• Automotive electrician

• Robotics engineer

• Broadcast engineer

• IT and Computer technician

• Aerospace engineer

• Embedded systems engineer

• Laboratory technician

• Domestic appliance installer